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fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 days ago

The TrackPoint Was Always Laptop-Only, This $52 Bean Changes That - Yanko Design

Ploopy, the Canadian open-source hardware company known for its lineup of trackballs and trackpads, has changed that with the Bean. It's a standalone external pointing stick that connects over USB-C and sits flat on a desk. Think of it as a TrackPoint you don't have to buy a ThinkPad to access, with a few deliberate improvements added to address the weaknesses that nub has always had.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
7 months ago

Ollee Watch Gives a Classic Casio a Clever, Open-Source Smart Upgrade - Yanko Design

Designer: Ollee Watch The upgrade process centers around replacing the F-91W's original circuit board with a custom-designed PCB packed with modern sensors and Bluetooth connectivity. You keep the lightweight resin case, the classic LCD display, and even the water resistance, but gain step tracking, smartphone notifications, and customizable features. The installation requires basic disassembly skills, making it accessible to most DIY enthusiasts.
Wearables
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